Meet the next generation of ag pilots. Delta State University prioritizes cutting edge tech to tech ag aviation.

Originally posted by Raney Rapp, Senior Staff Writer, Delta Farm Press – July 25, 2025 At a Glance Program produces 10 graduates yearly, addressing shortage among only 3,400 U.S. aerial applicators. Students receive comprehensive training on Air Tractor AT-802 aircraft and chemical application techniques. Graduates complete the seven-month program fully prepared for immediate employment in agricultural […]

US Departments of Labor, Commerce, Education unveil workforce development strategy to fuel ‘Golden Age’ of the American economy

Originally posted by US Department of Labor – August 12, 2025 WASHINGTON – The U.S. Departments of Labor, Commerce, and Education today published a milestone report, America’s Talent Strategy: Equipping American Workers for the Golden Age, which presents a bold vision and concrete actions to transform the federal government’s approach to workforce development. The strategy outlines the Trump […]

Secretary Chavez-DeRemer announces $5M in WANTO grants to expand apprenticeship opportunities, good-paying jobs for women

Originally posted by US Department of Labor – July 9, 2025 WASHINGTON – U.S. Department of Labor Secretary Lori Chavez-DeRemer today announced a $5 million funding opportunity for up to 14 grants to attract and retain more American workers in Registered Apprenticeship programs and high-growth industries like manufacturing, construction, and cybersecurity. Administered jointly by the department’s Women’s Bureau and Employment and […]

US Department of Labor awards nearly $84M in grants to expand Registered Apprenticeships

Originally posted by US Department of Labor – June 30, 2025 50 states, territories receive base formula funding to improve employment opportunities WASHINGTON – The U.S. Department of Labor today announced the award of nearly $84 million in grants to 50 states and territories to increase the capacity of Registered Apprenticeship programs, representing an important step toward meeting […]

Mississippi, NVIDIA partner to advance AI education, workforce development

Originally posted by Magnolia Tribune – June 19, 2025 NVIDIA’s Louis Stewart joined Governor Tate Reeves at a press conference on June 18, 2025 (Photo from NVIDIA Newsroom on X) “These are the in-demand jobs of the future—jobs that will change the landscape of our economy for generations to come,” Governor Tate Reeves said. A memorandum […]

DSU Certifies New Crop of AG Pilots

Originally posted by AgAir Update Staff – June 17, 2025 DSU Aviation students completing the Agricultural Aircraft Operations Career Pathway Program were recognized during their recent certification ceremony. CLEVELAND, Miss. – Delta State University (DSU) hosted a certification ceremony on Thursday, May 29, to recognize graduates of the Agricultural Aircraft Operations Career Pathway program. The event was held at […]

Apprenticeship: Earn-And-Learn Opportunities Can Benefit Workers and Employers

Originally posted by U.S. Government Accountability Office on Apr 28, 2025. Publicly Released: May 28, 2025. This Q&A examines earn-and-learn opportunities, which can give individuals a mix of work experience and instruction on in-demand skills—while they earn a wage. We found at least 26 federal programs that can help provide these opportunities. For example, the Labor Department and state […]

HII’s Ingalls Shipbuilding Hosts “Signing Day” for Shipbuilder Academy Graduates

Originally posted by The State Chamber of Commerce Mississippi Economic Council PASCAGOULA, Miss.  — HII’s (NYSE: HII) Ingalls Shipbuilding hosted a “signing day” for the 2025 graduates of its Shipbuilder Academy at the shipyard Wednesday. This year, 43 students were offered full-time positions at Ingalls, marking the beginning of their careers with HII. The “signing day” […]

Tino’s Pet Grooming to Open First-Of-Its-Kind Dog Grooming Apprenticeship Programs through U.S. Department of Labor

Originally posted by CountOnNews2 BRANDON, MS, UNITED STATES, May 13, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ — Tino’s Pet Grooming will launch Tino’s Apprenticeship Program, a first-of-its-kind dog grooming apprenticeship through the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL), on June 1st. Tino’s Pet Grooming was registered by the DOL as part of the National Apprenticeship System in April, making this […]